Get Out and Get Green!!

If you are interested in sustainability and doing business with companies that promote a healthy and environmentally friendly way of life, then you certainly are in the right place. The Northwest is rich in individuals and establishments that are dedicated to generating and adhering to green solutions in the hopes that we can leave this planet a little better off than we found it and create the healthiest, happiest lives for ourselves, our families and future generations. If you share these ideals and are looking to find fun, local outings that promote a sustainable lifestyle, then you certainly won't want to miss these upcoming events:

North American Organic Brewers Festival
June 27-29
Overlook Park, Portland

The North American Organic Brewers Festival celebrates the diversity and range of beer styles being brewed organically; from pilsner to pale ale, saison to stout, amber ale to lambics. Brewers from across Cascadia, the heart of organic brewing, pour their beers alongside organic pioneers from Europe, such as Pinkus Mueller from Muenster, Germany. Oregon, Washington, British Columbia and Northern California, often referred to as Cascadia, lead the continent in the number of organic breweries, with nearly half of Oregon’s 80 breweries having produced an organic beer since the first Organic Brewers Symposium in 2002.

SW Washington Sustainability Conference & Tradeshow
July 10-11
Vancouver Hilton Hotel and Conference Center

The SW Washington Sustainability Conference & Tradeshow will inspire, engage and challenge attendees to reach for higher levels of ethical stewardship and ecological, economic and social success. The conference features three separate tracks - climate, commerce and community - with thought-provoking speakers from across the country sharing global knowledge and practical experience during two full days. This event offers an excellent environment to highlight your company or organization. An estimated 400 energetic, diverse professionals engaged in a variety of sectors, private and public, are expected to attend the conference. About 50 exhibitors representing various sectors – energy, built environment, natural resources and more - are also expected to be part of this important event.

SW Washington Community GreenFest
July 12
Marine Park and the Water Resources Education Center. Vancouver

The Community GreenFest is a free community sustainability festival along the Columbia River at Marine Park and the Water Resources Education Center, 4600 SE Columbia Way. The festival will feature free workshops, activities, exhibits, displays, vendors, food, music and lively fun, designed to engage the entire community in healthy and smart day-to-day sustainable practices. Applications are now being accepted for a limited number of 10'x10' spaces for commercial vendors/exhibits and non-profit displays/exhibits.

Green Sprouts Organic Baby and Family Festival
September 13
Peninsula Park

Green Sprouts is a fun, festive and educational one-day event for the whole family that celebrates and promotes the nurturing of life through nature. From pregnancy to childhood, parents can learn about and explore eco-friendly, community-involved, natural, and healthy options to raising their families. Children can enjoy tons of activities, art and crafts, music and entertainment, and more!